VHIR is seeking a Bioinformatics Technician to join the Liver Diseases Research Group at the Vall d’Hebron Research Institute (VHIR). This group focuses on translational research in liver diseases, combining clinical insight with advanced molecular and computational approaches to improve patient diagnosis and treatment. The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary and collaborative environment, contributing specialised expertise in metagenomics to support cutting-edge research, including the development of bioinformatic tools and the analysis of complex sequencing datasets.

Main responsibilities and duties:

Education and qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Bioinformatics ESCI-UPF (other grades will not be considered)

• Master Degree in Genetics and Genomics

• Master in Translational Biomedical Research offered by VHIR

• Demonstrated expertise in NGS and metagenomics, supported by two peer-reviewed publications (curriculums that do not fulfil these requirements will not be taken into consideration)

• Experience in deep-sequencing methodology

• Professional fluency in Catalan, Spanish and English

• Minimum h-index of 9

• Minimum of 12 published papers in international journals, at least two as a first author

• Minimum of participation in 8 poster or oral presentations in seminars/meetings

• Participation in competitive projects

Desirable:

Experience and knowledge:

Required:

• At least 4 years of experience working in molecular biology and next-generation sequencing of RNA viruses

• Experience in developing pipelines for metagenomics analysis to detect pathogens

• Experience in deep-sequencing viral data analysis in metagenomics

• Experience in integration of multi-omics datasets

• Experience in synthetic biology, constructing genetic circuits

• Knowledge of viruses, gradient isolation, data collection and analysis

• Ability to teach and mentor new students

• Self-motivates, enthusiastic and committed to the work to be developed.

Desirable:

Labour conditions:

What can we offer?

• Incorporation into the Vall d’Hebron Research Institute (VHIR), a public sector institution that promotes and develops biomedical research, innovation and teaching at Vall d’Hebron University Hospital (HUVH), the largest hospital in Barcelona and the largest within the Catalan Institute of Health (ICS).

• A dynamic scientific environment of excellence, where cutting-edge biomedical projects are continuously developed.

• Continuous learning and career development pathways.

• Flexible working hours.

• 23 days of annual leave plus 9 personal days.

• Flexible remuneration programme, including meal vouchers, health insurance, transport and more.

• Corporate benefits platform, offering significant discounts on travel, culture, technology, gastronomy, sports and more.

• Healthy offering– “Feel Good, Feel VHIR”: VHIR’s wellbeing programme offers a variety of activities to help staff thrive—physically, mentally, and socially. Through four pillars—Feel Well, Feel Connected, Feel Empowered, Feel Welcomed—it fosters health, growth, and community.

• International mobility support (Welcome Services): we aim to make your arrival in Barcelona smooth and pleasant by providing city information, guidance on required procedures, access to the International Welcome Desk, family support and assistance with finding accommodation.

Deadline to apply: 28-10-2026

How We Hire:

Pre-selection: Candidates are shortlisted based on their skills, qualifications, and relevant experience as outlined in their CVs.

Interviews: Meetings may be held with Talent Acquisition and/or the hiring manager.

Practical assessment: Depending on the role, candidates may complete a case study, technical task, presentation, or written exercise, on-site or remotely.

Checks: Education, references, and other job-related verifications may be carried out.

Job offer: The selected candidate receives a formal job offer upon successful completion of the process.

VHIR embraces Equality and Diversity. As reflected in our values we work toward ensuring inclusion and equal opportunity in recruitment, hiring, training, and management for all staff within the organization, regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, age, functional diversity or ethnicity.

Information on Personal Data Protection:
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